Confirming what 'Sport 24' reported, Al-Ittihad Club announced today, Friday, the appointment of German Jens Fisseng as the team's coach on a contract extending until 2028.

Al-Ittihad Club said via its official account on the 'X' platform: 'Fisseng is Ittihadi', in addition to publishing a video in which the new coach spoke about Al-Ittihad Club and his acceptance of the coaching task.

For his part, the club's sporting director, Frank Carrio, welcomed coach Jens Fisseng, expressing confidence in his technical abilities to lead the team in the upcoming period, and wishing him and all team members success in achieving the aspirations of the loyal Al-Ittihad fans.

The German coach said in his introductory video to the fans: 'Every beginning carries a challenge, and this is the challenge I chose. From the first moment, I realized the prestige of this club... and the magnitude of the responsibility carried by this emblem.'

He added: 'I believe that challenges make the greatest achievements... I am here to take on this challenge with all passion... and to build a team worthy of Al-Ittihad... and to achieve the aspirations of its great fans,' adding: 'But this journey will not be complete without you... I am betting on you.'